Discover the Weser-Stahl: Ratings & Maritime News

In the early hours of June 24, 2016, at 2:45 a.m., the bulk carrier 'Weser Stahl', which had departed from Dunkirk on June 22 heading to Bremen, encountered a significant engine failure. This malfunction led the vessel off its intended course in the Blexen curve, resulting in a collision with the ferry wharf at Nordenham/Blexen, inflicting severe damage to the structure. The incident caused a suspension of ferry operations between Blexen and Bremerhaven. The impact was so forceful that the landing bridge was displaced from its foundations by half a meter. In response to this disruption, the ferry operator Weserfähre GmbH arranged for coach services as a temporary solution. Following the collision, the 'Weser Stahl' was safely towed by three tugboats and reached the MSC Gate at Strom Quay, Bremerhaven, by 4:40 a.m. Despite the slight damage sustained by the bulk carrier, it was detained for inspections to assess its seaworthiness. After completing the necessary evaluations, the 'Weser Stahl' departed Bremerhaven on June 25 at 11:00 p.m., en route to Narvik, its next destination. The expected repair period for the wharf may extend for several weeks. For more details and related visuals, you can view the report on the incident at [Nord24](http://nord24.de/bremerhaven/schiff-ramm-anleger-in-blexen-weserfaehre-faellt-fuer-wochen-aus).